Can ADHD support groups improve social confidence?

PostedOctober 1, 2025

UpdatedOctober 1, 2025

ByMy Patient Advice

Author: Harriet Winslow, BSc | Reviewed by: Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

ADHD support groups can significantly improve social confidence for individuals with ADHD. These groups provide a space for individuals to connect with others who share similar experiences, helping them feel understood and supported. For many people with ADHD, the isolation that comes from feeling different or misunderstood can lead to a lack of confidence in social settings. Being part of a group where others understand ADHD challenges can help break down these barriers.

In ADHD support groups, individuals can engage in discussions about their struggles and share solutions or coping strategies. Peer support is one of the most valuable aspects of these groups, as it helps members realise they are not alone. This sense of community can also help build social confidence, as individuals practice social interactions in a safe, supportive environment.

How It Helps Build Social Confidence

Encourages shared experiences

Hearing from others with similar experiences in ADHD support groups helps normalise challenges, reducing feelings of isolation.

Provides emotional support

Peer support offers reassurance and understanding, which fosters confidence in navigating social situations.

Improves communication skills

Practising social interactions within a group can help build the social confidence necessary to engage more easily outside the group.

By joining ADHD support groups, individuals can improve their social confidence, gain valuable insights from others, and develop stronger social skills that help them connect with others in all areas of life.

Visit providers like ADHD Certify for personal consultations and expert advice tailored to your needs.

For a deeper dive into the science, diagnosis, and full treatment landscape, read our complete guide to Social Relationships.

Harriet Winslow, BSc

Author

Harriet Winslow is a clinical psychologist with a Bachelor’s in Clinical Psychology and extensive experience in behaviour therapy and developmental disorders. She has worked with children and adolescents with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and behavioural challenges, providing individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and DBT. Dr. Winslow has developed and implemented personalised treatment plans, conducted formal and informal assessments, and delivered crisis intervention for clients in need of urgent mental health care. Her expertise spans assessment, treatment planning, and behavioural intervention for both neurodevelopmental and mental health conditions.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the author's privacy.

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez, MBBS

Reviewer

Dr. Rebecca Fernandez is a UK-trained physician with an MBBS and experience in general surgery, cardiology, internal medicine, gynecology, intensive care, and emergency medicine. She has managed critically ill patients, stabilised acute trauma cases, and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. In psychiatry, Dr. Fernandez has worked with psychotic, mood, anxiety, and substance use disorders, applying evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapies. Her skills span patient assessment, treatment planning, and the integration of digital health solutions to support mental well-being.

All qualifications and professional experience stated above are authentic and verified by our editorial team. However, pseudonym and image likeness are used to protect the reviewer's privacy.